February Update

Tyree and Casey enjoy some fun in the snow

We certainly have had quite an interesting February so far! Threshold has made it through a second severe weather incident, Winter Storm Nemo (without loosing power or good attitudes!!). It was nice to see several students outside enjoying all of the snow, sliding down the large snowbanks, and having snowball fights. It is amazing how good energy can really turn an intense and potentially scary storm into a wonderful and positive memory. 

  

Conner, Madison, and Charlie enjoy ice skiing in Harvard Square

While the storm was certainly an adventure, Threshold students have ventured on other endeavors around campus and the city. Students have gone ice skating, attended the musical Jersey Boys and are now getting ready for Director Jim Wilbur's annual trip to see the Boston Bruins play at TD Garden next week. Also, second year students are gearing up for a whirlwind day trip to New York City where we will see the Lion King on Broadway. 

Alex and Mike are trying to explain to me what in the heck is going on.

Threshold had its famous Super Bowl Party earlier this month and it was very well attended and VERY fun! We had a a split of students routing for either team, so it made the game exciting (and a little loud at times). I was also very happy that I learned a thing or two about football thanks to some of our very football savvy students. 

Students route for their favorite teams, and enjoy some snacks! 

Now that the Spring Semester is well underway, so are weekly student activities. Girls Group, Guys Group and the new Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy club are among some of the things we do to help take much needed breaks after long days of classes, internships and studying. Many Threshold students attended the Student Club Fair that was held for all students who attend Lesley. As of now we have Threshold representatives in Lesley University's Dance Team, Community Service Club, Gospel Choir, Meditation Club, and a student on Lesley University's Mens Track and Field Team. It is so nice to have so many students reaching out and taking advantage of what the college has to offer.

It is just unbelievable that soon students will go on their Spring break and then return for only six weeks before graduation and the beginning of the summer. Looking ahead though, there are still so many things to look forward to and to get excited about. The Semi-Formal and Evening of the Arts in April, the End of the Year BBQ, and continued creative programing that is prepared by the amazing GRA staff are just some of the activities that will continue to make this semester fly by.

Thank you all who make these experiences happen! Without all the help, support, and dedication that Threshold is lucky to have, none of these rich social experiences and memories would be possible.

As usual, please let me know if you have ideas, questions or comments. I can be reached at malden@lesley.edu.

Thanks for reading!!